pisivanje

Pisivanje is a term used in several South Slavic languages, including Croatian, Bosnian, Serbian and Slovenian, to denote the act or process of writing. It derives from the verb pisati to write, which in turn comes from Proto-Slavic pisati. The noun pisivanje can refer to the general activity of producing written text as well as to more specific practices such as handwriting or the formation of scripts.

Pisivanje encompasses manual writing with tools such as pen, pencil or stylus and the broader production of text through printing, typography, or digital input. In everyday language it usually refers to handwriting, while in scholarly or cultural contexts it may include calligraphy, script design, and orthography.

Historically, pisivanje has been central to literacy and communication. The development of writing systems, standardized spelling and schooling shaped how people learned to write and what forms of text were considered correct. Across regions, different scripts have been used, including Latin, Cyrillic, Arabic, and others, influencing the practice and conventions of pisivanje in those communities.

In modern times, digital technologies have transformed pisivanje. Typing on keyboards and mobile devices is the most common mode of text production in many settings, while handwriting remains valued for notes, signatures and personal expression. Education policies vary on how much emphasis is placed on penmanship versus typing and on the instruction of handwriting styles.

Further topics related to pisivanje include handwriting, calligraphy, typography and orthography.